The Canadiens open their season against the Buffalo Sabres on Oct. 13th. They have to wait five days after that for their home opener on Oct. 18th against the defending cup champs, the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Other early games of note include the rival Boston Bruins on Oct. 22, then the Leafs and (likely) Auston Matthews a week later on Oct. 29th.

The Habs will be the second-last opponent ever at Joe Louis Arena when they close the season against the Red Wings on April 8th.

The NHL trade deadline will be on February 28th, at 3pm (40th day immediately preceding the final day of the Regular Season)